Advocate Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where providing nursing services.
• Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, equipment, and supplies; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
• Safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, give and receive feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career development programs.